Ryan Greenier has been appointed executive vice president and chief financial officer of Horace Mann Educators Corporation, effective Oct. 1, succeeding Bret Conklin. With this appointment, Greenier joins the company’s
executive officer team and will report to CEO Marita Zuraitis. Conklin will remain with
the company through 2025 to ensure a smooth transition before his
retirement.
“Bret has had a distinguished career and has been an integral
member of the Horace Mann executive team,” said Zuraitis. “I am personally grateful for his
counsel and leadership over the years and have a deep appreciation for his
commitment to lead our finance transformation throughout 2025.”
Prior to being appointed deputy CFO, Greenier held several leadership roles including chief investment officer and senior vice president of finance, vice president of corporate finance and vice president of investor relations.
Prior to joining Horace Mann, Greenier, a certified public
accountant, held leadership roles at The Hartford in investor relations and
investments. He began his career at Deloitte and Touche.
Greenier earned a bachelor of business administration in
accounting from Pace University and a master of business administration in
finance from the University of Connecticut.
“Ryan brings strong financial experience and expertise to the
CFO role and will serve us well as we continue to deliver distinctive service
to our customers, shareholders, agents and employees. Since joining the
company, he has optimized our investment portfolio and balance sheet, played a critical
role in the success of key transformational transactions, all while maintaining
strong relationships with investors and rating agencies,” said Zuraitis.
Additionally, chief operating officer Stephen McAnena, who
joined the company in May 2023, has assumed responsibility for Horace Mann’s
Worksite division. Now, all of Horace Mann’s business operations are under
McAnena’s leadership.
“We’re being very thoughtful with our executive succession
planning to ensure stability for the company as we continue to execute our
growth strategy,” added Zuraitis. “The executive officers and I are steadfast
in our mission to help educators and others who serve their communities protect
what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow.”
This article appears in September SBJ 2024.